UNF is advancing sustainability through new technology, reduced plastic use and collaboration between administration and Student Government. Will McMahon, assistant director of Campus Sustainability...

University of North Florida President Moez Limayem was recently named the sole finalist for the University of South Florida’s presidency, prompting a mix of concern and planning among UNF faculty and...

Lisa Ford, Hunter Ford's mother, ride her bike around campus during Saturday's memorial.

The week-long closure in Building 50, the University of North Florida's science and engineering building, was caused by an early-morning electrical fire on Oct. 6, a new police report reveals. At approximately...

The University of North Florida community is mourning the loss of student Hunter Ford, an information technology major who died Wednesday evening in a motorcycle accident. A university spokesperson...

A UNF student was killed Wednesday evening in a motorcycle accident near the Saint Johns Town Center, a university spokesperson confirmed. The student, 21-year-old senior Hunter Ford, died Wednesday...

The University of North Florida’s Silverfield College of Education and Human Services has been awarded a three-year $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to launch a new professional...

The federal government entered a shutdown on Wednesday after Congress failed to pass a budget before the Sept. 30 deadline, leaving agencies without funding and forcing thousands of federal workers into...

Beginning spring 2026, the University of North Florida will mandate the use of Simple Syllabus, a centralized platform for managing course syllabi, for all instructors teaching credit-bearing courses. The...

Two University of North Florida police officers received their ICE credentials Friday afternoon, a university spokesperson confirmed.  On Thursday, Sept. 25, President Moez Limayem said no UNFPD officers...

The University of North Florida’s recently-opened Osprey Ridge dorm completed construction under budget, leaving extra funds to add new amenities for its student residents, according to UNF officials. Campus...

The University of North Florida announced on Sept. 9 that it will receive an endowment of over $1 million from the River Branch Foundation to support the Institute of Environmental Research and Education. According...

The University of North Florida’s Latin American Student Organization will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month on Sept. 15  at 5:30 p.m. with a potluck celebration open to the entire campus community. The...

The University of North Florida held its Convocation ceremony on Friday, Sept. 12, to mark the start of the fall semester and to recognize the achievements of students, faculty and staff. During the...

The University of North Florida launched a new AI for Work and Life certificate program Monday, an eight-week online course that will be open to everyone.  In a campus wide email, UNF President Moez...

Students at the University of North Florida have mixed reactions to The Halal Shack, a new addition to the campus food court. Overall, UNF students had mixed reactions to the new Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern...

This story was updated at 11:07 a.m. on Aug 28 with new information on the date officers started ICE training.  The University of North Florida Police Chief confirmed Wednesday that two university...

After their first week of college life, University of North Florida freshmen say adjusting to the new campus and classes has been easy.  First-year psychology major Saniya Luckey said before starting...

The University of North Florida has transitioned to Eduroam as its primary wireless network for students, faculty and staff.  Eduroam is already available on campus and will permanently replace UNF-Wireless...

As part of its campus master plan, the University of North Florida is exploring the addition of a presidential residence near Hicks Hall—a feature more than half of Florida’s public universities already...

Police are still working to arrest the Petway Hall burglary suspect who allegedly entered a professor’s office and stole a wallet on July 24, according to a university police report. On Monday, UNF...

The University of North Florida has started construction and is set to launch its esports program this coming spring, aiming to engage current students and create new opportunities in a fast-growing industry. The...

At the University of North Florida, Fraternity and Sorority Life offers more than just social connections—it’s a gateway to leadership and personal growth, according to Kenlee Wood, a member of Delta...

Students and staff at the University of North Florida say the campus is more accessible than ever. With a focus on academic accommodations, physical accessibility, and inclusive learning environments,...

As artificial intelligence transforms industries across the globe, the University of North Florida is working to integrate AI into its classrooms, research labs, and community initiatives—while keeping...

A total of six electric scooter and bicycle thefts were reported on campus at the University of North Florida over the span of a week, according to university police reports. The first theft happened...

As the University of North Florida prepares for the fall semester, students say limited event scheduling, lack of funding, and underused campus resources are making it harder to build lasting connections,...

President Trump’s recent military action in Iran raises questions about nuclear threats, U.S. foreign policy, and the historical roots of instability in the Middle East. University of North Florida experts...

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted above average hurricane conditions this year and with five months left until the season’s end, it’s important for North Florida students...

As the University of North Florida welcomes its newest Ospreys through summer orientation sessions, incoming freshman are already looking ahead to campus life with a mix of excitement and nerves. Over...

As Juneteenth sparks reflection on Black liberation and history, the University of North Florida’s Black Thought Club is creating space for students of color to connect and be heard through intentional...

In honor of Pride Month, UNF students and staff continue to reflect on the university’s queer history and the legacy of the now-closed LGBTQ Center. Manny Velasquez-Paredes, the former director of...

An anthropology professor at the University of North Florida is leading a team of students in a 6-week excavation project within the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.  The professor, Dr. Keith...

University of North Florida students who have studied abroad said the experience offered them not only academic credit, but also critical, personal and professional growth.  With stories of learning,...

The new Allen Lastinger Center for Florida History will hold its grand opening at the library this fall on September 5, according to the UNF Library website.   Hilary Streifer, the librarian overseeing...

Burglary at Ogier Gardens   On May 19, the senior coordinator of Ogier Gardens at the University of North Florida, discovered that 60 to 70 nectarines and plums had been stolen from the garden, according...

A new dining option is set to open at University of North Florida Student Union this coming fall.  The Halal Shack is a fast-casual restaurant known for blending Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors...

The University of North Florida is hosting multiple high school graduation ceremonies from May 16 to May 31, which are expected to significantly increase traffic on campus, according to an email sent out...

A man was arrested for trespassing on University of North Florida campus and an anonymous caller reported that multiple pieces of university equipment were stolen, according to police reports from early...

In an email sent to students and faculty last week, the University of North Florida released a proposal to raise student housing rental rates, set to take effect in Fall 2025.  The proposed changes...

University of North Florida students celebrated their art and community at the Spring Art Fest on campus Thursday. Lance Vickery, a sculpture professor and the faculty committee chair, said the Spring...

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As the job market shifts toward skills-based hiring, University of North Florida career experts emphasize the importance of communication, personal branding, and taking advantage of campus resources to...

The University of North Florida International Center is hosting its 32nd annual international dinner dance Thursday, April 4.   Dr. Luisa Joyce, a director at the center, said the event will include...

This story was updated April 5, 2025 at 12:58 p.m. to add confirmation from the arrestee's attorney that he is not a UNF student, and to clarify that he is not affiliated with Jacksonville Students for...

In an increasingly technological world, University of North Florida students wish there were more accessible resources on cybersecurity education.   Azzie Berry, an early education student at UNF,...

Federal funding cuts to agencies such as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have the potential to disrupt coastal research at UNF and student opportunities.  Recent federal funding...

A community-based sociology research initiative at the University of North Florida is making strides to support tenants struggling with housing insecurity.  The Jax Rental Housing Project is led by...

For a Black Girl, a student-run organization at the University of North Florida, will be hosting multiple events during Black History Month and encourages the UNF community to participate.   DJ Washington,...

The University of North Florida offers many opportunities for senior citizens to continue their education and encourages them to learn for a lifetime through the Learning for a Lifetime (LFL) program. Terri...

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